At least 10 families were displaced after a fire razed their houses in Barangay Maa, Davao City morning on Wednesday, January 29, 2025.

According to some residents, an explosion was heard before the fire broke out.

“Nibuto man ikaduha gyud pagkaduha silaob dayon kining sa tunga nga balay wala ko kaila renter na. Amoa untang bubuan naa may kanal di na makaya kay kusog naman kaayo,” a resident, Mary Joy Ubaob, said.

The families affected are taking shelter temporarily at the barangay hall and were given immediate assistance.

The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) is still investigating the cause of the fire and cost of damage.